PJCC Concerts
Welcome to the PJCC Concert Series! Our Up Close Concerts offer intimate experiences with world-class performers, bringing the arts to life. Join us for these unforgettable programs that spark inspiration and ignite the imagination.

Upcoming Concerts
Jazz Caliente
Saturday, November 15, 2025 ● 8:00pm – 9:00pm
Jazz Caliente combines jazz with Afro-Cuban and Brazilian rhythms. Their repertoire includes original compositions and arrangements, highlighting both improvisation and Latin grooves.
Get Up & Go/Beth El Senior Friendship Club: The Life and Music of Irving Berlin
Wednesday, November 19, 2025 ● 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Celebrate America’s most patriotic songwriter with singer-pianist Marilyn Cooney in a lively sing-along featuring beloved Irving Berlin classics.
Get Up & Go/Beth El Senior Friendship Club: “Latkes, Shmatkes”
Wednesday, December 3, 2025 ● 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Enjoy a witty and entertaining performance by singer-pianist Lauren Mayer, featuring original comedy songs about being Jewish during the December holidays.
Note: Concert details are subject to change. Please check our website regularly for the most current information.
Past Concerts
Explore the exceptional performances we’ve hosted in the past:
Charged Particles: The Music of Michael Brecker
Saturday, April 5, 2025
Charged Particles, joined by saxophonist Tod Dickow, celebrated the legacy of one of jazz’s most influential musicians, the late Michael Brecker. Their dynamic performance paid tribute to Brecker’s innovative spirit and enduring impact on the jazz world.
Aris Quartet
Saturday, March 15, 2025
Expressive, dynamic, and spectacular – the Aris Quartet from Germany has graced international stages for the past fifteen years. Known for their unmistakable sound, they are celebrated as one of the world’s top chamber music ensembles. This performance was presented in partnership with Music at Kohl Mansion.
Dror Sinai Duo
Saturday, February 8, 2025
Dror Sinai and his son, Avi, took the audience on a journey of Jewish Yemeni rhythms. Through song, accompanied by hand drums, doumbek, frame drum, and tin oil cans, they shared ancient chants from the 10th, 11th, 17th, and 20th centuries.
Acknowledgments
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Eva Chernov Lokey Endowment for Programs for their generous support, which makes these concerts possible. We also thank our community partners and patrons for their unwavering support and enthusiasm.

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